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Pep Guardiola Commits to Manchester City with One-Year Extension Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has officially agreed to a one-year contract extension, solidifying his stay at the club for a decade. While Manchester City has not issued a statement, multiple sources, including The Athletic, confirm that Guardiola has decided to renew his contract. This decision extends his tenure to 10 years since his initial appointment in 2016, during which he has secured 18 major trophies, including six Premier League titles. Previously, Guardiola’s contract was set to expire at the end of the current season. Although reports suggest the new deal…
Who Might Be Moving Where and Why? Despite the window being closed, the football transfer market is abuzz with speculation and developments involving top European clubs and standout players. Today we take a look at the latest Premier League transfer news, focusing on potential moves and interests among clubs like Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal and others. Chelsea’s Interest in Liverpool’s Caoimhin Kelleher Recent reports have linked Chelsea with a potential move for Liverpool’s backup goalkeeper, Caoimhin Kelleher. The 25-year-old Irish international, valued at £35 million, has expressed a desire for more first-team opportunities, having been limited to 20…
Late Goals, Corners, and Fine Margins: Key Premier League Trends With just 11 matches completed, the Premier League season is already shaping up to be an unforgettable thriller. From Liverpool’s blistering form to Manchester City and Arsenal’s early struggles, there’s no shortage of drama. Even Manchester United, who have already undergone a managerial change, add intrigue to the storylines dominating the headlines. But what do the numbers say? As the season pauses for its third international break, it’s an opportune moment to delve into the stats shaping this unpredictable campaign. Fine Margins Define the Table This season’s Premier League table is…
How Carsley Set the Stage for Tuchel’s England Journey England’s emphatic 5-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland marked the conclusion of Lee Carsley’s interim spell as England manager. As the Three Lions prepare for their next match in March, Thomas Tuchel is set to step into the dugout, inheriting a team rejuvenated by Carsley’s short but impactful tenure. During his time at the helm, Carsley boasted an impressive record, winning five of six matches, scoring 16 goals, and conceding only three. His sole defeat came in a 2-1 loss to Greece at Wembley last month. However, his contribution extended…
A Premier League XI of This Season’s Surprise Performers The Premier League is full of unexpected heroes, and this season has already delivered its share of standout performances from players who have exceeded expectations. Here’s a lineup of those who have turned heads for all the right reasons. André Onana (Manchester United) The Cameroonian goalkeeper had a rocky start to his Premier League career, with high-profile mistakes in Manchester United’s domestic and European campaigns raising doubts about his abilities. However, this season, Onana has emerged as a reliable presence between the posts. He leads the league in clean sheets, with five…
Longest Premier League Bans: Rodrigo Bentancur Joins the List with a Seven-Game Suspension Rodrigo Bentancur has found himself on the receiving end of a seven-game suspension for controversial comments made about teammate Son Heung-min. However, this is far from the longest suspension the Premier League has ever witnessed. The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder was penalised after remarks made during an interview for the Uruguayan TV show Por La Camiseta. Bentancur, 27, was reported to have said that South Korean people “all look the same” when asked a question in Spanish. Despite apologising on Instagram, calling it “a very bad joke,” the…
A Premier League Era Fades: Is the 90-Point Standard Endin After talking about the relegation battle this season, today we have a look at what might be necessary to win the title in 2024/25. For decades, the 90-point benchmark has defined the path to EPL glory. However, the ongoing season suggests a shift from this high standard in the Premier League title race. A New Standard Set by Antonio Conte The seeds of this 90-point era were sown by Antonio Conte. In the 2016-17 Premier League season, a lineup of managerial heavyweights—Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho, Arsene Wenger, Jurgen Klopp,…
The 2024/25 Premier League Relegation Battle: Seven Clubs Locked in Survival Fight Now that 11 games of the campaign have been played, the Premier League relegation battle is heating up in a season that has been anything but predictable. While last year saw all three promoted teams relegated in a historic but unremarkable campaign, this season’s newcomers are showing signs of resilience. With seven clubs locked in a fierce struggle to avoid the drop, the race for survival promises to be one of the most competitive in recent years. A Troubled Return for Southampton, Ipswich, and Leicester City Last season, Southampton,…
Premier League Managerial Sacking Season Begins: What History Tells Us About Managerial Changes The “sacking season” has officially kicked off in the Premier League, with Manchester United parting ways with manager Erik ten Hag and bringing in Ruben Amorim to replace him. With his departure, we see the first managerial change of the 2024-25 season—an event that marks a familiar cycle in English football. But why do Premier League clubs turn to managerial changes so often, and how many more are likely to follow Today EPLNews explores the history, patterns, and most recent statistics of managerial changes in the Premier League,…
Best International Games to Look Forward to This Month The final international break of 2024 is here with all the confederations looking to wrap up their business until they can pick it up once again in March 2025. In South America and Oceania, World Cup qualifyíng goes on and many nations will learn their fate, while African football teams will focus on winning a slot at the Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025. Also, Nations League football continues in UEFA, with some big matches scheduled to entertain fans. Today EPLNews brings you the five key international games to look forward to…